Brockton animal shelter to mark five years with Saturday fundraiser

The Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts in Brockton will celebrate its 5th anniversary during its annual fundraising gala on Saturday.

Staff Reporter

BROCKTON - The Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts will celebrate its 5th anniversary during its annual fundraising gala on Saturday.

“Paws for Celebration” will be held from 6-10 p.m. on Saturday at The Shaw’s Center, 1 Feinberg Way, Brockton.

The event, which includes a silent auction and wine and beer tasting, is the major fundraiser for the shelter at 1300 West Elm St. Extension.

The shelter cares for more than 1,000 homeless animals each year, officials said. With just four salaried workers, the shelter relies on its volunteers and donations to continue helping animals, said Joyce Caranchi, shelter manager.

“I continue to be amazed by the support we receive from our community,” said Caranchi, of Quincy.

The shelter is located at the former MSPCA-Metro South site at 1300 West Elm St. Extension.

The MSPCA closed its Brockton shelter on Sept. 30, 2009, citing the slumping economy and dwindling investment revenue. The current shelter gets no financial help from the MSPCA. It runs entirely on donations from the public.

“Our work would not be possible without the help of our amazing volunteers and the generous contributions from those who understand the importance of providing all animals with love and care,” Caranchi said.

Since opening its doors in 2009, the shelter has placed more than 4,000 animals in new homes, officials said.

Saturday’s event is co-sponsored by The Shaw’s Center, L. Knife & Son in Kingston, The Wine Guys of Easton, Hebert Candies in Shrewsbury, Bank of Easton, Pet Food Shoppe in Lakeville, Phillip’s Candy House in Braintree, and Gowell’s Homemade Candy in Brockton.